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A business venture of trader Don Wilson, head of the Chicago-based trading firm DRW Holdings LLC, lead to the purchase of the iconic Midwest Bank at 1601 N. Milwaukee Avenue. As new owner, Wilson is seeking a zoning change to allow retail shops there.Read More…

On Tuesday May 3rd, the City Council’s Zoning Committee signed off on the redevelopment of the old Lincoln Park Hospital that has created a divide in the neighborhood. The unanimous vote followed an almost three hour debate that spilled into the 43rd ward aldermanic run-off.Read More…

The City of Chicago has immunity from a lawsuit brought by the mother of a man who fell from the roof of a three-story building during a December 2004 party, the 1st District Appellate Court held Tuesday. Read More…

The correct date for determination of substantial expenditure to prove vested right in the prior zoning classification is the date that some official action was taken to change zoning, as opposed to date alderman first discussed with developer the possibility of zoning amendment. Read More…

In The City of Quincy v. Donald L. Weinberg, the plaintiff filed a complaint and application for injunctive relief against Donald L. Weinberg, stating the defendant had violated the municipal code in areas of fire prevention, housing and zoning. Read More…

On October 12th Index Publishing Corporation welcomed over one hundred architects, developers, builders, appraisers, lawyers, brokers and financiers to the Chicago Athletic Club. The intention of this breakfast conference was to provide a clear understanding of the changes in the Chicago Zoning Ordinance and the opportunities and obstacles implied by such amendments. Read More…